Shawn Léon Nowotnik, MSW, LCSW, is a Chicago-based author, therapist, and artist. He understands firsthand how loss, mental health, and addiction can affect every aspect of a person’s life. Today, Shawn focuses his energy on empowering others as a therapist, helping them embrace who they are, and developing new treatment programs. He continually immerses himself in research and writing to find more groundbreaking, innovative solutions. Shawn is the creator and illustrator of three books - Louder Than Bombs, Mighty Words from Mighty Women, and Habits of Successful People - through Am-Biv-A-Lent, LLC.